Traditional Masala Chai

This traditional Masala Chai recipe, passed down through the generations, will transport you to the East with the first warming sip. We start with Indonique's rich full bodied black tea - imported from the Blue Mountains of South India - then add the perfect blend of fresh spices, milk and sweetener. You'll understand why it's been the beverage of choice in India for hundreds of years, and a conduit of good health to her people.

Ingredients:
2 cardamom pods (Green or White)
1/4 teaspoon whole pepper
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh or powdered Ginger
Pinch of nutmeg
2 cups of milk or dairy substitute
4 heaping tablespoons sugar or sugar substitute
2 cups of water
4 teaspoons Indonique S.Indian black tea

Directions:
Combine water and spices into sauce pan and bring to a boil over high heat add cold milk and return to a boil.
Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes
Strain into warm cups
Additional dairy and sweetener may be added to taste

For Iced Chai:
Repeat steps above doubling ingredients
Refrigerate
Pour over ice

For a quicker Chai pick me up:
Choose from several of Indonique's signature Chais, pre-blended with top quality black tea and spices. You just add the water, milk and sweetener for an easy burst of flavor - and energy. We also offer a caffeine-free Red Bush blend.

Authentic Indian Masala Chai (South India)   Masala Chai, sometimes called Chai Tea Spiced Tea or Chai Tea, is Indonique's signature blend of black tea from the Blue Mountains of South India and rich Indian spices brewed in milk into a full bodied dark coffee-like reddish cup - a definite for potential coffee converts with a zest for life. Indonique's authentic Indian Masala Chai!

SKU - 7001-005 $ 7.95 - 4 oz bag

10% of purchase price goes to UNICEF!   If you like Chai, perhaps you'd like to check out our Breakfast Tea Specials here:   Irish Breakfast Black Tea Blend English Breakfast Black Tea Blend Assam Breakfast Black Tea Blend